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Many Are Afraid- Herod’s Fear Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 3, 2009

You never seem to hear about people saying they are afraid of Jesus but truth is not only were people afraid of Jesus when he was born but millions are still afraid of him today.

Jesus. What Child is This? Part 1- Many Are Afraid- Herod’s Fear Matthew 2:1-18 One of the most interesting emotions I think humans experience is fear. It’s an emotion that goes up and down all the time. Sometimes we love it and look for it (movies, roller coasters, extreme sports) and sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fruit Of The Spirit "Love" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Dec 4, 2009

Love is the preeminent fruit of the Spirit. Without it there are no others.

The entire Bible is a love story. Not like a Harlequin romance, thankfully for us guys. We get to read about war, fishing and death too. But from the creation of the world, through love, for the protection of the Israelites because of love, to the sending of a Saviour out of love, for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Build An Ark Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Dec 4, 2009

When we follow the Lord, he gives us the most detailed instructions and provisions to accomplish the task.

George Mueller was a man of faith. He was a prayer warrior who financially supported missionary operations, especially orphanages in 26 different countries. Near the end of his life he admitted to reading the entire Bible about 200 times; 100 times on his knees. Apparently if you went to his house ...read more

The Grinch Who Stole Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 5, 2009

Herod was the original Grinch. Let’s examine his heart so we can examine our own.

SERIES: CHRISTMAS CLASSICS (adapted from a series from Southeast Christian Church) “HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS” MATTHEW 2:1-23 OPEN Song – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” Most of us are familiar with Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. It’s a Christmas Classic that has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mystery Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 6, 2009

What would possess a man to take a woman who was nine month pregnant on a 120 km trip? This message looks at the Why of Bethlehem

Mystery of Bethlehem The theme we have chosen for this advent season is “The Mysteries of Christmas”. Last week we looked at the Mystery of the Virgin birth, how God Almighty the creator of the Universe stepped into the stream of human history to introduce his Son to the world. In that message we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spend Less, Give More Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 13, 2009

Talks about how we can better give gifts like the first Christmas ans spend less money but give more meaningfully

Spend Less – Give More Advent Conspiracy – Week 2 12/13/2009 Liberia Video Slide after video As we continue on in our series during Christmas, we are taking a special offering that will be going to 2 places. Families in church and Community in need First it is already helping a number of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Surrender: Joseph’s Obedience Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 13, 2009

Part 4 of our advent series looks at the much often forgotten character of Joseph who was called to raise the Christ Child as his earthly father. Joseph was an example of how to live an obedient and surrendered life.

Jesus. What Child is This? Part 3- Some Surrender: Joseph’s Obedience Matthew 1:16, 18-25 In the 7 years I have been a pastor I have noticed a very consistent trend that happens during Christmas time. As the story is being told about Christ and sermons are being preached and songs are being sung ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:16-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spurring Each Other On Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 15, 2009

This sermon concludes the series on the "one another" passages. We can spur one another on by our presence, example and words.

A. I want to begin by sharing some actual excuse notes sent by parents. They were collected by the University of Texas and include the original spellings. 1. “My son is under a doctor’s care and should not take P.E. today. Please execute him.” 2. “Dear School: Please ekscuse John being absent ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentance Precedes Restoration Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 17, 2009

Divine grace cannot be divorced from human responsibility. The bestowing of the riches of covenant grace are for those who are genuinely willing to turn away from sin to follow God alone.

ZECHARIAH 1:1-6 REPENTANCE PRECEDES RESTORATION [Haggai 1:1-11 / 2 Chronicles 7:14] The visions of God showering His people with the riches of divine treasure must first be prefaced by the message that travels parallel down the track, arm in arm with divine blessings. The eternal truth which ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Confirmation Of Angelic Prophecy Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 19, 2009

In this text Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth so she can confirm the truth of the angel Gabriel’s words to her.

Scripture Today is the Fourth Sunday of Advent. We are focusing our attention during this Advent Season on one of the Scripture Readings read during Advent. And so today’s text is Luke 1:39-45. Receiving confirmation for a significant event or activity is often important. When I was in the South ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love All: What’s Love Got To Do With It? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 20, 2009

No matter what else will disappear in the next decade, God’s love will last forever.

What’s Love Got to Do With It? John 3:16-18 Rev. Brian Bill 12/20/09 I love those words that Dan just sang: “What kind of King would come so small, from glory to a humble stall? That dirty manger is my heart, too; I’ll make a royal throne for you.” I want to begin this morning with some group ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking The Good...finding God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 12, 2010

So often we seek after what is good in this world, but what we NEED to find is God! The women of our passage this morning set out seeking to do a good thing, but instead met up with God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: March 31, 2010 Date Preached: April 4, 2010 -- Resurrection Sunday Where Preached: OPBC Sermon Details: Series Title: Approaching Bethlehem Sermon Title: Seeking Good...Finding God! Sermon Text: Luke 24:2-12 [ESV] 2 And they found the stone rolled away ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

Watching Your Words Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 13, 2010

God wants our words to be a source of blessing to Him and to those around us.

Watching Your Words James 3:1-12 Intro: James has already mentioned the need to watch what we say. In the first chapter of James he said James 1:19 “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” Also, James 1:26 “If anyone considers himself ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beginning Of… Rest Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 15, 2010

God empowers our work by enabling our rest.

Scripture Introduction For those listening to a recording, it might help to know that our service this morning focused on the fourth commandment. Much debate about this law centers on the definition of the “work” in Exodus 20.10: “the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tell Me The Story Of Jesus: The Messiah Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Apr 15, 2010

Tell me the story of Jesus, the Messiah

A bus driver and a pastor were standing in line to get into heaven. The bus driver approached the gate and St. Peter said, "Welcome, I understand you were a bus driver. Since I’m in charge of housing, I believe I have found the perfect place for you. See that mansion over the hilltop? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: *other